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Record of England v Croatia Matches
England face Croatia in a vital World Cup qualifying game in Zagreb, seeking to avenge the defeats by Croatia which caused them to miss qualification for Euro2008.
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England and Czech Republic Draw at Wembley
England earned an undeserved draw against the Czech Republic in the friendly international at Wembley leaving Fabio Capello with much to consider before the next game.
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John Terry Appointed England Captain
Fabio Capello has selected John Terry as his England captain. After considering other members of the squad,Terry will lead England into the World Cup qualifying games.
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Record of England v Czech Republic Matches
England and Czech Republic meet at Wembley in a friendly international as the two countries prepare for the World Cup qualifying games which commence in September.
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Premier League Results for First Weekend
The opening Premier League fixtures were completed with an emphatic win by Chelsea showing their intention to challenge Manchester United who drew with Newcastle United.
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Opening Day Results in Premier League
The opening day scores brought victory for Hull City in their first ever Premier League game while Liverpool, West Ham and Middlesbrough also enjoyed success.
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Alex Ferguson Manager of Manchester United
Sir Alex Ferguson starts his twenty third season with Manchester United looking to build on his record of success and make the Old Trafford club the best in the world.
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Luiz Felipe Scolari - New Manager of Chelsea
Luiz Felipe Scolari,the former coach of Portugal,has been appointed manager of Chelsea.His task is to bring the success that evaded his predecessor, Avram Grant.
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Manchester United Win Community Shield
The Community Shield at Wembley was won by Premier League Champions,Manchester United who defeated FA Cup winners,Portsmouth, on penalties after a scoreless draw.
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Opening Day Fixtures for Premier League
The opening games for the new 2008-09 football season in England has home games for Manchester United, Chelsea and Arsenal while Liverpool travel to play Sunderland.
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Carlos Queiroz Appointed New Manager of Portugal
Carlos Queiroz replaces Luiz Felipe Scolari as the new manager of Portugal, having resigned as Assistant Manager at Manchester United to take up the appointment.
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New Name for UEFA Cup in 2009 Season
UEFA are planning to change the format of the UEFA Cup competition to make it more appealing to clubs and spectators.The UEFA Europa League will start in the 2009 season.
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Cristiano Ronaldo - a Modern Day Football Slave
FIFA President, Sepp Blatter has supported Cristiano Ronaldo as he seeks to leave Manchester United to join Real Madrid, referring to the situation as football slavery.
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Spain - Winners of Euro 2008
Spain overcame a determined German team to win Euro2008 in Vienna with a single goal from Torres and claim their first tournament success in forty four years.
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Germany's Record in European Championships
The Final of Euro2008 provides Germany with an opportunity to claim their fourth success in the competition while their opponents, Spain, have one previous triumph.
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Record of England v France Matches
The history of the twenty seven International football matches played between England and France who meet in Paris for Fabio Capello's second game as manager.
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Tottenham Hotspur Win Carling Cup
Tottenham Hotspur won the Carling Cup Final at Wembley,defeating the holders,Chelsea,in extra time. Spurs were a goal down but won with goals from Woodgate and Berbatov.
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Capello's First as England Manager
Fabio Capello took charge of England for the first time and oversaw a victory against Switzerland at Wembley.Jenas and Wright-Phillips scored the goals to secure the win.
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Premier League to Go Worldwide
Opposition has been expressed to Premier League proposals which would increase the league programme by one game to enable clubs to play that match at an overseas venue.
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England v Switzerland Matches
The history of international matches between England and Switzerland who meet in a friendly game at Wembley for Fabio Capello's first match as manager.
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England's Leading Goal Scorers
Bobby Charlton is England's leading goal scorer, a record that has stood for thirty-eight years. Only Michael Owen is in a position to challenge and overtake it.
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England Footballers with 100 Caps
Four players have made more than one hundred appearances for England's soccer team: Wright, Charlton, Moore and Shilton. David Beckham is only one game away from 100.
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Premier League Record Goal Scorers
Fifteen players have scored one hundred goals in the Premier League. Alan Shearer tops the list and the newest recruits are Emile Heskey and Frank Lampard.
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Today's Results in Premier League
Today's results in the Premier League see a continuation of the three-way battle for the the league title as Manchester United, Arsenal and Chelsea win.
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Keegan Manager of Newcastle United
Kevin Keegan returns to Newcastle United,the scene of previous success as a player and a manager. Eleven years after leaving,fans welcome him back with high expectations.
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Premier League Results from Today
Today's Premier League results see Manchester United move to the top of the League with six second half goals against managerless, Newcastle United. Arsenal draw at home.
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Newcastle United Managers
Newcastle United,a club without a domestic trophy since 1955,search for a manager to succeeed where the previous eighteen,including the sacked Sam Allardyce,have failed.
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Football Association Cup Winners
The top four clubs in England have dominated the FA Cup in recent years but over its history many famous clubs have won the coveted trophy - Tottenham Hotspur and Everton
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Foreign Managers in Premier League
The growing number of foreign and non-English managers in the Premier League is restricting the opportunities for England-born managers to experience top level management
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Four Teams in Premier League Race
The top four teams again contest the Premier League title race. Having seen off other challengers, Manchester United,Arsenal,Chelsea and Liverpool battle to be champions.
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English Managers in Premier League
Following the appointment of another foreign coach,Capello,to manage the England international team, how many Englishmen are employed as managers in the Premier League?
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Fabio Capello New England Manager
The search for a new England manager has ended with the appointment of the experienced Italian, Fabio Capello. He replaces Steve McLaren who was sacked last month.
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Pressure on Benitez at Liverpool
Rafa Benitez faces the most crucial game of his time as manager of Liverpool. The result of the Champions League game at Marseille could determine his future at the club
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Today's Premier League Scores
Today's Premier League results brought the expected home victories for Manchester United and Chelsea but Liverpool lost their first League game of the season at Reading.
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New Managers in the Premier League
Another three clubs are under new management in the Premier League as the pressure for success increases, making six managerial changes since the start of the season.
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Injury-hit England's Missing XI
England face two crucial European Championship qualifying games against Israel and Russia with Steve McLaren unable to select a full team of players due to injuries.
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Technology Needed to Help Referees
Every aspect of football has improved but nothing has been done to assist referees in the important decisions that they have to make in each match. Technology is needed.
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Goalkeepers Fight for England Role
England manager,Steve McLaren has to decide whether to retain goalkeeper Paul Robinson for the next European Championship qualifying games or turn to David James.
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Jol Staying as Manager of Spurs
After days of speculation Martin Jol remains as Tottenham Hotspur manager after Sevilla manager, Juande Ramos, decides to see out his contract in Spain.
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Manchester City Win and Top League
Unexpected early Premier League leaders as Manchester City defeat United while Liverpool, Chelsea and Arsenal draw. Tottenham's win eases pressure on manager, Martin Jol.
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Premier League Midweek Scores
Manchester City and Chelsea join Everton at the top of the Premier League with their second win of the season. United have Ronaldo sent-off and only draw with Portsmouth.
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Everton Win as Tottenham Flounder
Everton's victory over Tottenham Hotspur gives them maximum points and makes them the early season League leaders while Spurs are pointless and languish at the bottom.
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Chelsea Set Unbeaten Home Record
Chelsea's opening day win over Birmingham City saw them establish a new record for consecutive unbeaten home league games. Their last defeat was to Arsenal in Feb. 2004.
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Premier League Opening Day Results
The opening day Premier League results bring victory to Chelsea, Manchester City, Arsenal, Liverpool, Sunderland, Blackburn, Newcastle and Everton as Man United draws.
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Manchester City's Transfer Record
New owner of Manchester City, Thaksin Shinawatra, has provided manager Eriksson with finances to buy eight new players, including Elano, Petrov, Geovanni and Bianchi.
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Tottenham Hotspur Aim for Top Four
Martin Jol's transfers have strengthened Spurs as they attempt to break in to the top four of English football.Arsenal may be most vulnerable but others will be a threat.
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Carlos Tevez to Manchester United
Manchester United have signed Argentinean,Carlos Tevez, after West Ham and Joorabchian negotiated a settlement over the ownership of the player, avoiding legal action.
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Liverpool's Summer Transfer Record
Over £50 million expenditure during the summer transfer window to make Liverpool competitive in the Premier League. Rafa Benitez will be under great pressure to succeed.
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LA Galaxy and MLS Await Beckham
Former Real Madrid star, David Beckham has been unable to play competitively for LA Galaxy due to an injury sustained while playing for England at the end of last season.
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Manchester United Wait for Tevez
Manchester United want to sign Tevez but must wait for the outcome of discussions between West Ham and MIS owner, Joorabchian, to determine who receives the transfer fee.
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Darren Bent Signs for Tottenham
Darren Bent, the Charlton Athletic and England international striker has signed for Tottenham Hotspur for a club record £16.5 million - their fifth international striker.
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Real Madrid Sack Fabio Capello
Real Madrid, the Primera Liga Champions have dismissed their coach, Fabio Capello, after completing only one year of his three year contract.
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Foreign Bid for Birmingham City
Another Premier League club faces takeover by a foreign investor. Hong Kong billionaire, Carson Yeung, has bought shares from Birmingham City's major shareholders.
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Foreign Investment in EPL Clubs
Premier League clubs continue to come under threat of takeover by foreign investors.Chelsea, Manchester United,Liverpool,West Ham have fallen-Arsenal and City to be next?
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Sven and Foreign Investor at City
The takeover of Manchester City by former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra draws closer with the former England coach, Sven Goran Eriksson, to be appointed manager.
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Charlton Women's Team Disbanded
Charlton Athletic have announced that their successful women's football teams have been disbanded in financial cuts required following relegation from the Premier League.
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Arsenal in Turmoil as Henry Leaves
Arsenal's summer of uncertainty continues as captain and record goal scorer Thierry Henry signs for Barcelona. David Dein has already left. Is manager Arsene Wenger next?
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England's Penalty Shoot-out Record
England have a poor record in penalty shoot-outs in major competitions. The England Under-21 team have followed their seniors but they lost in an enthralling shoot-out.
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Real Madrid:Route to La Liga Title
An incredible run that brought an amazing turn around to Real Madrid's season as they mounted a sustained challenge on Barcelona and Sevilla to claim the La Liga title.
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Real Madrid's Record of Success
Real Madrid have recorded a record thirtieth Primera Liga title success, to add to their record setting achievements in the European Cup and Champions league competition.
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Real Madrid Win Primera Liga Title
In David Beckham's last game for Real Madrid, victory over Real Mallorca secured the Primera Liga title for the thirtieth time. Barcelona were second and Sevilla third.
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League Champions Across Europe
As Spain's league title race between Real Madrid and Barcelona draws to a conclusion, league winners across Europe await them in next season's UEFA Champions League.
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Juventus Appoint Ranieri as Coach
Following promotion to Serie A, Juventus parted company with their coach,Didier Deschamps, but have appointed former Chelsea coach,Claudio 'the Tinkerman' Ranieri.
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Premier League Opening Fixtures
The opening games for the new Premier League season which starts on 11th August have been announced.The Champions face Reading while newly promoted Sunderland meet Spurs.
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Beckham Sure to Play for LA Galaxy
As David Beckham plans to move to America to play for LA Galaxy in MLS,the Real Madrid President, Ramon Calderon,states he would like to keep him at the Berbabeu Stadium.
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Steve McLaren the Player and Coach
Steve McLaren, the England manager, had a mediocre playing career but was recognised as a top class coach while with Derby County, Manchester United and Middlesbrough.
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Steve McLaren the Eriksson Clone
After twelve months in charge,Steve McLaren has become like his predecessor Sven Goran Eriksson.He has overturned his initial decisions and now selects a Sven-like team.
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Primera Liga Title Race:No Change
The Primera Liga title race goes on to the final week of the season as all three contenders,Real Madrid, Barcelona and Sevilla drew their games. Real remain in top place.
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European Championship Scores
The latest qualification games for next year's European Championships have seen Poland, France, Germany,Greece and Romania consolidate their top places in the groups.
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Sweden Top Group F for Euro 2008
Sweden moved three more points ahead of Spain and Northern Ireland as UEFA awarded a three goal win following the abandonment of their game against Denmark last weekend.
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England with Beckham beat Estonia
David Beckham and Michael Owen returned to help England to victory over Estonia in the Euro 2008 qualification game and ensured manager Steve McLaren retained his post.
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Giggs Retires from Internationals
Ryan Giggs, the Manchester United player, has decided to retire from International football. He captained Wales in his last game against the Czech Republic in Cardiff.
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European Championship Results
Further qualification games for next summer's competition: England fall behind but Poland,Germany, Czech Republic, France,Greece,Croatia and Romania make further progress
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England Lose Ground to Croatia
England fell further behind their main rivals in Group E of the European Championships.Croatia, Russia and Israel won while England prepared for their game in Estonia.
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David Beckham Inspires England
In his first international game for eleven months, David Beckham helped England to a draw with Brazil at Wembley . He seems certain of selection for the game in Estonia.
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Derby County Win £60 Million Final
Derby County gained promotion by defeating West Bromwich Albion in the Championship play-off Final at Wembley in a game that could be worth £60 million to the club.
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LA Galaxy Seek to Protect Beckham
LA Galaxy have expressed concern about David Beckham being selected for England friendly Internationals and how the extensive travel would affect their new signing.
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England: Beckham and Owen Return
David Beckham has been recalled by England manager Steve McLaren for the games against Brazil and Estonia. Newcastle United's Michael Owen is also included after injury.
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Real Madrid and Barcelona Stay Top
Real Madrid and Barcelona maintained their pursuit for the Primera Liga title with home victories but Valencia's challenge ended with defeat to Villarreal.
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Liverpool's Worthy European Record
Defeated by AC Milan in Athens but Liverpool have an impressive record in the European Cup/Champions League competition with five victories - the best in British football
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AC Milan Champions League Winners
AC Milan avenged the 2005 Champions League Final defeat by beating Liverpool in Athens. Goals from Inzaghi brought success to the Italians.Kuyt scored the Reds late goal.
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Spain's Primera Liga Results
The weekend's results sees the Primera Liga title race continue with the top four teams winning so Real Madrid,Barcelona, Sevilla and Valencia all remain in contention.
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Champions League Final - Liverpool
Liverpool and AC Milan meet in Athens in a repeat of the 2005 Champions League Final. England's team will hope for another win as Spanish seek revenge for penalty defeat.
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Juventus Promoted to Serie A
Juventus have won promotion from Serie B after one season out of the top flight of Italian football following their demotion for involvement in the match-fixing scandal.
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Champions League Final - AC Milan
Champions League Final in Athens between AC Milan and Liverpool provides the Italian team with the opportunity to avenge their penalty shoot-out defeat of two years ago.
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VfB Stuttgart Win Bundesliga Title
A home win over Cottbus earned VfB Stuttgart their fifth German Bundesliga title as Schalke are second and Werder Bremen third. Bayern Munich in fourth miss CL football.
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Drogba Goal Wins Chelsea FA Cup
In a disappointing game, a goal in extra time from Didier Drogba ensured Chelsea defeated Manchester United to win the first FA Cup Final at the new Wembley Stadium.
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Wembley Stadium Hosts FA Cup Final
After seven years the FA Cup Final returns to Wembley Stadium as Chelsea play Manchester United. Increased costs, legal wrangles and disputes have delayed the re-opening.
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Chelsea a Final Bid for Success
Jose Mourinho seeks to overcome recent adversities at Chelsea and lead them to FA Cup Final success over Sir Alex Ferguson and Manchester United at Wembley.
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UEFA Cup Sevilla Defeat Espanyol
Sevilla defeated Espanyol to retain the UEFA Cup after a penalty shoot-out victory after extra time in the Final at Hampden Park, Glasgow with Goalkeeper Palop the hero.
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Warnock Resigns - Sheffield United
Neil Warnock has resigned as manager of Sheffield United three days after their relegation from the Premiership. That makes six managerial change in the last few weeks.
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Sevilla v Espanyol UEFA Cup Final
The UEFA Cup Final in Glasgow sees Spanish rivals, Sevilla and Espanyol meet at Hampden Park, Glasgow with Sevilla aiming to retain the trophy for the second season.
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Managers Out at Wigan and City
Within a day of the Premiership season ending, two more managers are out of work. Paul Jewell resigned at Wigan Athletic while Manchester City sacked Stuart Pearce.
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Relegation for Sheffield United
The relegation battle went to the last kick as West Ham won at Old Trafford and Wigan Athletic defeated Sheffield United to condemn them to the drop from the Premiership
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Real Madrid at Top of Primera Liga
Real Madrid's challenge for the Spanish Primera Liga title continued with victory over Espanyol, their fourth successive win, to move ahead of Barcelona and Sevilla.
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Today's Premiership Results
Results of the English Premiership games that settled the outstanding issues at the end of the season - relegation and UEFA Cup qualification. West Ham United survived.
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UEFA Cup for Spurs,Everton,Bolton
The three clubs holding UEFA Cup places at the start of the day ensured their European qualification for next season. Tottenham Hotspur win while Everton and Bolton draw.
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Premiership UEFA Cup Permutations
Going into the final Premiership matches four clubs seek two qualification places for the UEFA Cup. Spurs, Bolton,Reading and Portsmouth strive to join Everton in Europe.
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Lawrie Sanchez to Manage Fulham
Lawrie Sanchez has resigned as manager of the Northern Ireland International team to take up the full time post as manager of Fulham who have just avoided relegation.
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Premiership Relegation Permutation
Three clubs, Sheffield United, West Ham United and Wigan face crucial games in their battle to avoid relegation from the Premiership and dropping into the Championship.
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